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Introduction |
| Use this guide to replace the smart card reader cable in a Lenovo ThinkPad T460. | | | The smart card reader’s job is to read a smart card, which is a device used to store data and provide login authentication. The smart card reader cable connects the smart card to the laptop’s motherboard. | | | If you cannot retrieve data or log in to your laptop using a smart card, or if you are experiencing error messages when using a smart card and have ruled out the [link|https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Lenovo+ThinkPad+T460+Smart+Card+Reader+Replacement/143014|smart card reader itself] as the issue, you may need to replace your laptop’s smart card reader cable. | | | Make sure to [link|https://www.manualslib.com/manual/1171577/Lenovo-Thinkpad-T460.html?page=66|disable the internal battery], power down your device, and disconnect from any external power sources before you begin. |
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